#monetary-policy
(4 articles)Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Rising Inflation Pressures
The Federal Reserve held its main interest rate steady despite accelerating inflation, though two policymakers dissented in favor of a 0.25 percentage point increase. This decision creates mixed signa
Fed Raises Rates Again: What It Means for Supply Chain Costs
The Federal Reserve implemented another quarter-point rate increase, reinforcing its commitment to tackling persistent inflation despite political pressure from the White House. This monetary tighteni
How Supply Chain Disruptions Drive Inflation in Small Open Economies
The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office has published research examining the complex relationship between global supply chain disruptions and inflation dynamics in small open economies. The analysis
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Supply-Driven Inflation Pressures
The Federal Reserve's decision to hold its benchmark interest rate steady reflects ongoing economic uncertainty driven by elevated inflation tied to persistent supply chain disruptions. Rather than ag